#Paper writer tablet archive#

The pencil leaves an imperfect graphite line the calligraphy pen makes everything you write look effortlessly fancy.

You write, notate papers, highlight books, draw sketches, etc., using a wide variety of digital writing implements, which each mimic the look of their IRL versions, thanks to the RM2's 4,000+ levels of pressure sensitivity. Like the original reMarkable before it, the RM2 lets you create 'notebooks' using dozens of templates (lined rule, gridded dots, day planners, music staffs, storyboards, blank), and are organized in folders. Its primary goal, simply put, is to replace a stack of paper - and not much else besides. NC: Unlike so many modern gadgets, the RM2 is a gleeful unitasking device. SHOP NOW What's Good About the ReMarkable 2: I’ve long had an interest in e-ink devices - any tech that lets me read without the curse of backlight is appealing to my screen-weary eyes - and adding in the ability to write and draw on it as well made it sound like a potential game-changer for my daily reading and editing routine. Will Sabel Courtney: After hearing Nick’s initial report on the ReMarkable 2, I found myself incredibly curious. And after a few weeks of testing, I can confidently say that, while not without its flaws, the RM2 is not the gimmick I worried it might be. I'd been vaguely aware it for several years, but my interest was newly piqued with reviews of the new ReMarkable 2 ($299)-or RM2, as the fans call it. Nick Caruso: Have you ever wished you could write on a Kindle? If you're the type of person who has, odds are you've seen the ReMarkable tablet, maybe through a targeted Instagram ad like I did. In this piece, two of our staffers - Nick Caruso and Will Sabel Courtney - each share their impressions of this fascinating piece of tech. The ReMarkable 2 tablet is one of those products. This singular emphasis might not please everybody, but for those that do value this focus it can be quite remarkable (pun intended!).Editor's note: Sometimes, we find products compelling, interesting or curious enough, we like to get a second opinion on them. Its focus on one task sets it apart from pretty much all other tablets that attempt to do everything. The tablet does (almost) everything right to get out of your way. If you're looking for 'better paper', then reMarkable provides you with a strong option. Digital copy (PDF) from the idea that I sketched Annotating digital documents directly - no need to print and scan Conclusion

#Paper writer tablet archive#

The reMarkable delivers its promise of 'better paper' by being able to digitally copy, archive and share your work. Outlining an idea, thinking about it, and filling in missing details. Sketching ideas helps me iterate my thoughts. Working on an idea - sketching on reMarkable The minimalist in me did not have any problem combining reMarkable with my other favourite tablet: iPad. On many occasions this 'device-less' characteristic removed any awkwardness that one could imagine when you combining it with other devices. Working with reMarkable - using it in tandem with iPad The 'thing' became just my book or just my writing. The technology faded into the background. No longer I thought of the 'thing' as an electronic computer tablet. But after a short while something odd happened.

Thin and lightweight Like reading a real printed book No clutter, just content.Īt first I thought of reMarkable as a fancy reading (and writing) tablet. The thin and lightweight body perfectly matches the unique display for its goal: creating 'better paper'. Hard to capture in a photo, but the faithful recreation of paper on the reMarkable's display feels very real to your eyes and fingers. How can one possibly improve paper? The reMarkable's display: very much like a piece of paper in colour and texture You're greeted with the slogan 'Better paper, Better thinking' when you open reMarkable's box. reMarkable's party trick: better paper, better thinking The paper-like display makes you forget about its digital innards. This month I received my reMarkable paper tablet and ever since I have been using it extensively: reading, writing and thinking.